February and March may be the moment to sell or buy a home in New Hampshire. The market remains active. We expect over 1,700 homes to sell in February and March. While levels are about 25% less than the annual peak, the majority of the market is in tact. And even in peak months, activity is not guaranteed. This past June 875 homes sold - the same number we expect in February. Also, while it makes sense things slow down in the cold, seasonal rhythms don't always align with per

Tax law tends to encourage home ownership through credits, deductions and potential for tax-free income. It can be a real reason people choose to buy and sell. Over time the increase in value from a home could be worth more than dollars earned which are in fact taxable, and the ongoing cost of ownership can be decreased through accurately tracking and categorizing those costs when reporting to the government. Each story, of course, has its own complexity. Should you have a sp

As fall wraps up, many assume real estate shuts down until spring. But value doesn’t disappear in winter – it simply looks different. Yes, days on market stretch a bit, and prices dip slightly, but thousands of homes still sell in New Hampshire from November through March. The question isn’t “Is winter slower?” — it’s “Is winter slow enough  to justify waiting four months? The current market is the only market.   While we do project a come-back in prices and inventory and fas

When it comes to selling a home, it’s not just about dollars and square footage — it’s also about the Joy Factor . The National Association of Realtors defines this as the satisfaction and happiness homeowners feel after a project is completed. A fresh coat of paint, a landscaped yard, or a new kitchen can not only increase value but also boost that sense of pride and enjoyment. And the numbers show how seriously Americans take it: in the U.S. last year, more than $600 billio

The conditions for buying or selling a home in New Hampshire are always evolving — a reflection of both a healthy market and the deeply...

When it comes to buying or selling a home, conversations often center around mortgage rates, economic forecasts, and national headlines....